A man carrying a hammer hurled abuse at a resident over music in St Ives and a passing motorist stopped to help.

Cambridgeshire police are investigating the incident which happened in Tennyson Avenue.

The man went to a home to complain about loud music while carrying a hammer. He is believed to be a neighbour.

A force spokesman said: “Police have received a report of an incident that occurred just after midnight very early on Sunday morning, November 6, at a house on Tennyson Avenue where a resident was listening to music.

“A man carrying a hammer, believed to be a neighbour, came to the door to complain about the loudness of the music, and was abusive towards the victim to such an extent that a passing motorist stopped to offer help.

“No physical violence took place but the victim was very shaken by the incident. Investigations are continuing.”

Anyone with information is asked to call Cambridgeshire police on 101.